I've never shot a 270, but I've used the same Winchester 30-06 for a long time( 1969 model 770). You get used to the recoil, no matter what gun you use. I can sit down at the range for a day and go through 40-50 rounds and be a bit sore for a day, but that comes with the caliber. I like the '06, and everything it brings with it.